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Gold Pan City students are benefiting from expanded funding of close to five million dollars through a Shoulder Tappers program announced Monday.

Education Minister Mike Bernier and Northern Development board chair Evan Saugstad made the an-nouncement while touring Correlieu Secondary School with officials from the Quesnel school district and com-munity leaders.

“The Shoulder Tappers program is an outstanding way to support northern B.C. students and make sure they’re prepared for success. Businesses of all sizes in our growing communities need young people with the right skills to sustain our diversified economy,” Cariboo North MLA Coralee Oakes said.

“Connecting students with mentors and skills training close to home helps ensure a strong tomorrow.”

Shoulder Tappers are career co-ordinators or recruitment specialists who work one-on-one with elemen-tary and secondary school students to point them in the right direction with greater mentorship and positive career input. The program is based on the successful Northern Opportunities partnership in northeast B.C., which started with a focus on skilled trades careers. It has now grown to include student access to technical, academic, and vocational courses such as aircraft engineering, heavy-duty mechanics, in-formation technology, early childhood education and others.

The Province is providing $1.3 mil-lion and Northern Development is providing $3.6 million over five years to expand Shoulder Tappers from three to 15 school districts throughout northern B.C.

Shoulder Tappers works closely with school districts, the Industry Training Authority, the Career Education Soci-ety, industry and other organizations to help students benefit from exposure

to trades and technical training. They also help connect students with on-the-job experience, allowing them to graduate with dual credit toward ad-vanced trades training.

“Parents throughout B.C. want their kids to be set up for success,” Minister of Education Mike Bernier said.

“Shoulder Tappers will connect young people in the North with train-ing opportunities they may not have considered – and set them on a path that can change their lives and their communities. I’m pleased we could partner with Northern Development to expand this program that will help keep our region and our province strong and growing.”

Over the next three years new K-12 curriculum is being phased in with new standards in mathematics, sciences and applied design, skills and technol-ogy. It supports opportunities for stu-dents to develop the problem-solving and creative thinking skills they need for success in B.C.’s tech sector.

“Students at Correlieu Secondary, and in the Quesnel School District, have benefitted from Shoulder Tap-pers through increased exposure to the trades, increased exposure to post-secondary training opportunities, as well as increased awareness of job op-portunities,” Correlieu principal Den-nis Hawkins-Bogle said.

“This is exciting news for students in northern B.C. as the B.C. government, in partnership with Northern Devel-opment Initiative Trust, have today committed to expand Shoulder Tap-pers.”

“The City of Quesnel welcomes this partnership investment in our students and our community,” Mayor Bob Simpson added.

“It will assist us to offer Quesnel and area students greater opportunities to advance their trade and technical skills while helping our local industry ad-dress its need for skilled workers.”

Shoulder Tappers program expanded

Downtown welcomes SantaCrowds gathered in Spirit Square for Quesnel’s first Santa Extravaganza sponsored by Quesnel Downtown Association. There were games for children, hockey with the Kangaroos, visits with San-ta, fireworks at Safeway, and more. Look for more photos in Friday’s Observer.

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CITY COUNCIL NEWS

Strategic Alignment

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Mayor Bob [email protected]

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Quesnel City Council is heartened by last week’s “Speech from the Throne” from the new federal government because it included a number of initiatives that align nicely with Council’s strategic plan; in particular, the federal government’s renewed commitment to infrastructure spending (particularly green infrastructure), the promise of investments in affordable and seniors housing initiatives, and the commitment to improved relation-ships with First Nations.

As a result of Council’s decision to address it’s annual infrastructure deficit through taxation, the City will be in a solid financial position to take advantage of any incremen-tal opportunities to attract federal and pro-vincial money to our community. Next year, under the existing Build Canada program, we will be investing $7.2 million in Phase 2 of the West Quesnel Land Stability (WQLS) project. This project will see some more wells and drain pipes being installed and significant additions to the storm drain system in West Quesnel to draw off surface water. On top of this we will invest another $1.2 million in road and sidewalk improvements in the slide area using our federal gas tax reserve.

Our intent is to complete all of the WQLS work in 2016 and then monitor the results for at least three years before contemplating any more investments in the WQLS project and before making any changes to the building restrictions in the slide area. Taking WQLS off our priority infrastructure projects list frees the City up to refresh and reprioritize its cap-ital projects needs. We intend to have both plans in place and money in hand to take full advantage of any new infrastructure money that will be made available by the federal government.

This year, Council also made the decision to take a proactive leadership role in attracting investments in housing initiatives in the City, for both market-based and affordable hous-ing options. As we become more dependent on our service economy, attract younger professionals, and as our population ages, we need a different housing complement than the predominantly single-family housing on residential lots that we have now. Ottawa has not been involved in supporting housing ini-tiatives for decades, so Council is heartened to hear that the federal government will be coming back into this domain at a time when we’ve taken it on as a strategic priority.

Finally, Council made the decision this year to develop more deliberate and proactive relationships with First Nations communities in the region. We will be seeking ways to meaningfully recognize our first nations’ heri-tage in our civic properties and public spaces and will be taking deliberate steps to form proactive partnerships with the First Nations communities upon whose traditional territory the City was built. This is reflective of both the need to achieve meaningful reconciliation and an effort to create mutually beneficial partnerships.

The Federal government’s recommitment to First Nations’ reconciliation and relation-ship building represents yet another strategic alignment between the City and Ottawa that should prove beneficial to our community.

Thank YouThe Royal Canadian Legion, Cariboo Branch #94 wish to

THANK the citizens and businesses of Quesnel for supporting the POPPY CAMPAIGN again this

year. The total to date deposited is $27,925.93 which will be used to

assist Veterans and their Dependents in Quesnel and surrounding area.

A special THANK YOU to Save-On-Foods for donating the food, their time and expertise in preparing and serving the

Remembrance Day lunch in our Legion. Delicious and very much

appreciated.THANK YOU to all the taggers and the businesses who welcomed them.

Helene Boudreau, Poppy Chairman

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Public hearings are for all persons who believe their interest in property is affected by the proposed bylaws. The public hearings are to be held by a delegate of the Cariboo Regional District Board. A copy of the CRD resolution is available for public inspection.

Written submissions regarding the proposed bylaw will also be received. These submissions may be submitted at the public hearing or should be received in the Cariboo Regional District office at 180 D North 3rd Avenue, Williams Lake, BC, V2G 2A4, (fax number 392-2812) forty-eight hours prior to the hearing. No further information or representations can be considered by the CRD Board after the public hearing. All verbal and written submissions will become the public record.

The bylaw and an information package may be inspected on our website or at the Cariboo Regional District office, #102- 410 Kinchant Street, Quesnel, BC, V2J 7J5 between 8:00 am to 12:00 noon and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, from December 6, 2015 to December 17, 2015 inclusive (excepting public holidays). This information may also be inspected at the Cariboo Regional District office at 180 D North 3rd Avenue, Williams Lake, BC, between 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, from December 6, 2015 to December 17, 2015 inclusive (excepting public holidays). Telephone inquiries should be directed to the Planning Department of the CRD at 1-800-665-1636.

Karen Moores, RPP, P.Ag. Manager of Development Services

Rezoning Amendment – 5067 Nazko Road7:00 pm, December 17, 2015 at Bouchie Lake Community HallThe Cariboo Regional District (CRD) has received an application to amend the Cariboo Regional District North Cariboo Area Rural Land Use Bylaw No. 3505, 1999 by rezoning the property described below:

Bylaw No. 4966Lot 1, District Lot 3982, Cariboo District, Plan 27396; Lot 2, District Lot 3982, Cariboo District, Plan 27396; and Lot 1, District Lot 3982, Cariboo District, Plan BCP31711, from Rural 3 (RR 3), Rural 2 (RR 2) and Rural 1 (RR 1) zones to Tourist Commercial (C 2) zone (minimum lot size – 0.4 ha (0.99 ac))(maximum density - 35 lots – not proposed for subdivision)

Purpose for Rezoning: To legalize the existing tourist commercial golf course, club house and RV camping facility.

The subject property is located at 5067 Nazko Road, as shown on the sketch plan below, and is owned by Stanley and Dawn Barz.

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Victorian Christmas fun available Dec. 12-14

Barkerville Historic Town & Park will be bustling with special events and activities for yuletide revelers looking to experi-ence the wintertime magic of western North America’s larg-est heritage attrac-tion, nestled under a blanket of snow Dec. 12-14 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Admission is by donation, either a monetary gift or a non-perishable food item for the Wells Le-gion holiday hamper program.

An overnight stay at one of Barkerville’s exceptional Bed & Breakfasts is only one of many old-fashioned Christmas activities available for weekend visitors.

Daytime guests can sip apple cider while shopping for one-of-a-kind gifts and care-fully crafted Christ-mas decorations at the Mason and Daly General Merchants, C. Strouss & Co. Dry Goods, and McPher-son’s Watchmakers and Jewelry Store.

The Cameron and Ames Blacksmith Shop will be offer-ing up hand-forged treasures and lumps of coal for those with unusual “naughty and nice” lists.

McMahon’s Con-fectionary is sure to

satisfy the sweet tooth of the most care-fully hung stocking, the Gold� eld Bakery will have soup and sandwiches available for lunch, as well as traditional 1930s Christmas goodies to take home, and stop by the Wendle House to whet the appetite with an atmosphere of traditional Vic-torian cookery and � reside conversation.

Visitors are en-couraged to wander among a variety of Barkerville’s beauti-ful museum displays, take in an educational and entertaining guid-ed tour of the snow-

laden main street, attend Sunday ser-vices at St. Saviour’s Anglican Church, and have a photo taken with a Victorian Father Christmas in the “Enchanted For-est,” which this year can be found at the brand new Barkerville School building.

Barkerville’s own “John Bowron” (James Douglas) will perform a 45-minute dramatic reading of Charles Dickens’s A Christmas Carol at 1 p.m. each day at the Methodist Church (tickets are a suggest-ed donation of $5 per person, all ages).

Barkerville Historic Town and Park is celebrating its Victorian Christmas, Dec 12-14 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Folks are also invited to attend Sunday services at St. Saviour’s Anglican Church.Carleigh Drew photo

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Although exhausted, Sherry Webster is thrilled with the success of Ques-nel and District Hospice Palliative Care Associa-tion’s (QDHPCA) annual dinner/auction gala.

“We raised a net total of $23,000,” she said with a big smile.

With only six weeks to put the event together, Webster pulled out all the stops and managed to stage a very successful fundraiser.

“I certainly didn’t do it by myself and one group I’d like to give a special thank you to is the Integris Credit Union women who worked the entire evening selling tickets and managing the financial side of the event,” she said.

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the most successful fun-draisers for QDHPCA in recent memory.”

Webster went on to say it was a great night.

“Everyone had a good time, the food was fabu-lous and the community was so generous.”

She also mention how good it was to see so many of the younger generation supporting a cause that ultimately touches everyone.

She added the gala committee is looking forward to next year and hopes to include more businesses and more artisans.

“We want to extend a huge thank you to all the businesses that donated to the event,” Webster said.

“The money will be used for education sup-port services, hospice equipment and pro-grams.”

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QDHPCA: who they are and what do they do

The Quesnel and District Hospice Pallia-tive Care Association (QDHPC) is a regis-tered non-profit society that continually find ways to support ongoing hospice palliative care services. They support and work with individuals and their families living with chronic progressive and life-limiting ill-nesses, those who are receiving end-of-life care and to those who are bereaved.

Also a part of QDHPCA is providing advocacy through public awareness of palliative care as it encompasses the full spectrum.

They recruit, train, coordinate and moni-tor client care volunteers, who provide support to individuals and their families in their homes, in hospice, in residential care facilities and in hospital.

QDHPCA provides palliative grief and bereavement support throughout the Ques-nel Health Services area as well as offering spiritual support.

Since the Hospice Unit at Dunrovin Park Lodge opened, QDHPCA has provided ongoing support and continues to fundraise to support their programs.

QDHPCA is committed to promoting and supporting the Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Norms of Practice. Thus, in addition to the various palliative care programs offered and supported by the associa-tion, they carry out a number of practical services which benefit all palliative care clients and families, medical professions and other caregivers. Examples of such services include the purchase of equipment for home and care facility use; sponsorship of medi-cal professionals seeking further education in current palliative care practice; provision of resource materials to the local public li-brary; equipping and furnishing the hospital palliative care unit at Dunrovin; fundraising to support programs,provide training and purchase equipment and resources.

QDHPCA believes it is the right of all persons to receive consistent physical, emo-tional and spiritual support, as necessary to maintain individuality and dignity while facing death and bereavement.

QDHPCA Gala a huge success

The annual Quesnel and District Hospice Palliative Care Association’s Gala raised $23,000 for the services and programs they deliver to the community. Contributed photos

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Premier Christy Clark wasted no time rejecting Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s plan to reform the Canadian Senate through an independent panel to appoint new senators.

“B.C. will not participate in the process outlined today to appoint senators,” Clark said in a statement released Thursday. “Our position has not changed; the Senate should be fixed or folded but we should not be distracted by it.”

Trudeau delivered this week on a promise to fill the 22 current Senate vacancies via a five-member independent advisory board, starting with five appointments in the new year. Three of the five panel members

are to be chosen by Ottawa, with two temporary provincial or territorial members named for each appointment.

“Today’s changes do not address what’s been wrong with the Senate since the beginning,” Clark said.

“It has never been designed to represent British Columbians or our interests at the national level.”

B.C.’s objection is that it has always been under-represented, compared to provinces that joined confederation earlier. Constitutional change would be required to replace a regional formula where Ontario, Quebec, the Maritimes and the West have 24 seats each.

That translates to six seats each for B.C., Alberta, Saskatchewan and

Manitoba, while Nova Scotia and New Brunswick have 10 each, despite relatively tiny populations. Currently, B.C. has one senator for each 775,000 people, the lowest representation in Canada.

Senate reform was a key part of the recent federal election campaign, after a string of resignations, suspensions and prosecutions of senators including Liberal Mac Harb and Conservatives Mike Duffy, Pamela Wallin and Patrick Brazeau. Harb and Duffy are facing charges of fraud and breach of trust over alleged misuse of expense allowances.

Trudeau expelled all Liberal senators from the party caucus before the election. The Conservatives hold a majority in the Senate, which could

allow them to hold up Liberal legislation.

B.C. currently has five senators, with former Vancouver mayor Larry Campbell and former Liberal Party vice-president Mobina Jaffer appointed as Liberals. Conservative appointments are Nancy Greene Raine,

Yonah Martin and Richard Neufeld, a former B.C. Liberal energy minister.

B.C. has had a vacancy since the retirement of former Conservative MP Gerry St. Germain, who reached the Senate’s mandatory retirement age of 75 in 2012.

Premier rejects Trudeau plan for Senate

B.C. Senator Richard Neufeld is a former B.C. Liberal energy minister.

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Careful consideration

Reports that the U.S. has logged more than 350 mass shootings this year are

shocking. And, according to details shared by those who have tracked the violence, there have been five such incidents on more than a single day.From our relatively quiet homes,

it’s difficult to fathom one such senseless act, never mind more in one year than there are days. It’s no surprise that the gun-control debate is heating up south of the border. Wednesday’s killing of 14 people at a San Bernardino, Calif. social-services agency was reportedly the deadliest in the U.S. since that at Sandy Hook Elementary three years ago, when 26 children and adults were gunned down.When the issue of gun control is

raised in Canada, opponents to such regulations rightly argue the laws make no difference to those with a criminal mind and a determination to do lethal damage.Regardless of the country, province

or state, and regardless of whether there are laws and how strict or lax they may be, the reality is the prob-lem lies more with the people who possess firearms than the firearms themselves.It can be argued that there is a

necessity for such artillery, that completely removing guns from the equation is not the solution.Those tasked with ensuring our

safety need them. They deal with the worst people in society and must have the ability to use lethal force not only to protect us, but to protect themselves in our service, too. These points are only a few of the numer-ous sides to the argument. Time and time again, the debate appears to come to an impasse, when weighing whether one’s legal right to possess guns means that they should.It’s a question that needs serious

consideration by lawmakers not only in the U.S., but worldwide, before mass shootings become so com-monplace that they no longer make headlines.

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Agriculture Minister Norm Letnick has released the latest

update to the B.C. Liberal government’s “strategic growth plan” for farm and food products.

After reporting a record $12.3 billion in total agri-culture and agri-food sales in B.C. for 2014, the latest plan sets a new goal of increasing it to $15 billion by 2020.

It’s a mostly a status quo plan, continuing current marketing efforts and encouraging higher-value production of a wider range of products.

The ministry intends to hire its first expert in food and beverage production. It’s a reflection of the fact that fully 70 per cent of that $12.3 billion comes from food and beverage process-ing.

This continues the govern-ment’s push to improve eco-nomic viability of farms by allowing more food product manufacturing and sales on Agricultural Land Reserve property.

Letnick says another key strategy is to improve ac-cess to irrigation. B.C. has 20,000 farm operations, a number that’s holding steady even as the average age of farmers increases.

Opposition MLAs formed their own agriculture com-mittee to tour the province over the past year, chaired by NDP agriculture critic Lana Popham and inde-pendent Delta South MLA Vicki Huntington. Their report speaks to some of the issues not discussed by the government.

One of those is foreign purchase of farmland, a matter subject to regulation in Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba but not B.C.

Properties have also been purchased to grow hay for export to Asia, and Hun-tington says she continues to hear of costly farmland in Delta and Surrey being bought at prices long-estab-lished farm families can’t afford.

We’ve seen a British food and drug conglomerate buy up B.C. Interior farms to plant trees for carbon

offsets, a project that was wound down after local protests.

Popham and Huntington are calling for a system-atic inventory of foreign purchases, to determine if regulation is needed here as climate change shifts grow-ing patterns.

Popham argues that with California enduring years of drought, B.C. can’t continue to depend on imports for more than half its food.

“We have countries that are actively seeking food producing land, because their countries are hav-ing difficulties producing under drought conditions,” Popham said.

“So before we know it, our farmland could be bought up by other countries that are actively and smartly try-ing to ensure their own food security.”

Neither Letnick nor the opposition MLAs could produce results from the government’s decision to split the Agricultural Land Reserve into two zones, with more latitude for non-farm activities outside the southwest and Okanagan.

But we’re starting to see signs of the new system of regional Agricultural Land Commission panels working with local governments.

The Langley Times re-ports that the Township of Langley quietly signed a deal with the ALC in July to allow development of farm-land near the Aldergrove border crossing and Langley airport.

The agreement says there is a need for a “defensible and durable urban/ALR edge.”

If you think everyone loves farming, you’ve likely never lived on this “urban/ALR edge.”

The latest example is on Vancouver Island, where ur-ban neighbours are protest-ing an established farmer’s decision to clear a forested property for hay growing.

The farmer has been forced to erect a chain-link fence to keep out trespass-ers who have decided the property is a park that they can use when they like.

The mayors of Saanich and View Royal seem more concerned with appeasing urban complainers than protecting the right to farm. They are being pressed to buy up idle ALR land to soothe urban voters repelled by logging and farming.

Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Email: [email protected] Twitter: @tomfletcherbc

Business not as usual on B.C. farmland

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Editor:Commencing December 7, 2015, I feel

the truth about BC Hydro’s disregard of our Charter Rights will be presented to the Supreme Court of B.C.

The proceedings center around the deployment of their microwave radiation (MWR)-emitting smart meter program.

The plaintiffs are applying for the judge’s approval and certification of their civil lawsuit against BC Hydro as a Class Action, thus providing legal representation for all BC Hydro customers who have been actively and knowingly denied their constitutional rights.

The plaintiffs’ position is that “there exists a reasonable basis for concern about health risk so as to give rise to a right of autonomy and free choice as to whether a smart meter is operational from one’s own dwelling.”

Due to BC Hydro’s actions, the plaintiffs experience loss of personal choice and loss of autonomy to decide for themselves whether a MWR emitting meter will operate at their respective dwellings or places of business.

This lawsuit challenges the constitutionality of the following conduct by BC Hydro:

a) Operation of a smart meter where a customer requests that there be no operation of a MWR emitting meter.

b) Threatening or effecting a service refusal.c) Exacting payment from a customer of an

opt-out fee in exchange for BC Hydro abiding by the customer’s choice to be free from the installation / operation of a MWR emitting meter.

d) Exacting payment from a customer of a failed installation fee related to BC Hydro’s attendance to install a MWR emitting meter where installation is not carried out because of either an objection made by a customer or an obstruction.

Information and registration for the lawsuit can be accessed here: www.citizensforsafetechnology.org. For a basic life necessity such as electricity, where participation is not a choice, consumers must have the freedom to choose.

A ruling in the plaintiffs’ favor would have positive effects down the road for FortisBC customers as well.

On July 18, 2013, Bill Bennett, Minister of Energy and Mines, made the following statement by way of press release announcing BC Hydro’s “Meter Choices Program”:

“As we have said, nobody will be forced to take a smart meter. I believe that this is a fair and reasonable solution for all British Columbians”.

Mr. Bennett is reminded to stand by his words.

If he had remained true to his documented assurance, these court proceedings would not have been necessary at all.

Hans Karow

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Quesnel Farmers Market

CHRISTMAS SALES

Find us at the:

QUESNEL ARTS & RECREATION CENTRE500 North Star Road, Quesnel 250-992-8200

December 12th

10am - 3pm

Baking, Canning, Artwork, Quilting, Woodwork,

Preserves & Much MoreQUESNEL ARTS & RECREATION CENTRE

Over 60

Vendors at each Sale...

lots of variety,

and taste treats...

You’ve been servedKersley elementary students prepared and served lunch to their guests, Dunrovin Park

Lodge residents Thursday at noon in Kersley Community Hall. The students learned a variety of skills in the process as well as practicing their Serve It Right skills. A special

guest, North Cariboo MLA Coralee Oakes dropped by, help serve the meal and stayed and enjoyed a plateful herself.

Annie Gallant photos


“Thank you” we raised $23,000To help support the people of Quesnel in a time of need!

We had such a great night!Some of our highlights of the evening

3 night stay at Silver Star - Donated by Mike & Dawn Barber - Shawn McCarthy - $1000.00 A Wine Cabinet built by - Kelvan Megyesi Woodcraft - Bruce Broughton - $800.00

2 night stay in Vancouver - Donated by The Marriott Pinnacle Hotel - Heather Fisher - $700.00River Boat Trip up to Quesnel Forks - Donated by Brad & Lori Bowden - Heather Fisher - $650.00

Return Flights to Vancouver for 2 - Donated by Ron Paull Comm. -Eileen Cindric - $550.00Wooden Pedlar Cart - Donated by Wayne Wark - Bruce Broughton - $425.00

Sleigh ride for 6 - Donated by Narcosli Cattle Company/Sunnyside Ranch - Ingrid Grob - $350.00Dog Sled Adventure - Donated by Burke Sled Dogs - Will Whitten - $350.00

Quilt - Pansies - Donated by Faye Dredge - Jeff Mosdell - $350.00Quilt - Carol Kimmie - Laura Wilson - $350.00

Our WinnersEarly Bird Draw - Donated by Willis Harper Hardware & Furniture - Maxine Oulette

50/50 - $855.00 - Lorrie MilsonRing Package

Donated by The Breeze Gold & Gallery, C. Kraayvanger, Mr. Mikes, Eleanor Clarkwinner - Laurey Anne Roodenburg

Teddy Bear Package Sunnyside Ranch, Douglas Lake Equipment, Merial Wilde, Audrey Brougton

winner - Honey Affl eckVIP Table - Ron Paull

A big thank you to the Girls at Integris Credit Union - our cashiers for the evening Sheri Coles, Julie Carlson, Trina Melanson, Lisa Frees,

Brandy Settle, Renee Butler, Stacey Taylor

Jean’s Side Bar Catering - Job Well Done! & the VIP Table WinePMT Chartered Accounting - Debit Machine, Debbie Wiens

Safe Ride Home - Archibald, Clarke & Defi eux Quesnel Rotary

Bob Norman - MC for the nightAshley Schmidt -Miss Quesnel & Princesses

Wayne & Julie Wark - Our Auctioneer & helper for the evening- Amazing Job! We would also like to thank the Following Business who helped make our night so Successful

• Service Electric • City Furniture • Koster Farms• Willis-Harper Hardware

& Furniture • Eagle Building Supplies • Fraser River GM• Quesnel Cariboo

Observer • Fox Dairy Farms • Regency Chrysler• The Breeze Gold &

Gallery • James & Sons Electric

• Quesnel Toyota • Inland Kenworth • Barkerville Historic Town • Sandman Motel • Cariboo Keepsakes • Royal Bank • King Koin Laundry• Douglas Lake Equipment • Ducks Unlimited • Big Canyon Rafting• Lucky J Creations • North Cariboo Co Op • Moose Meadow Farms • Cariboo Ford

• Northern Star House Farms

• Q-Brew • Billy Barker Hotel &

Casino • Trout Creek Ent. • Franks Supermarket• Mr. Mikes Steakhouse • Wings Tap on Grill • Granville’s• Save on Foods • Safeway • Napa Auto Parts• Cariboo Wood Shop

• Julies Edible Bouquet • Circle S Western Wear• Beauty Garage • Fountain Tire • Hi Chic Ess.• Sweet & Savoury

Arrangements Barkerville Brewing Co.

• Baker Creek Cattle • Teann Ingram

Photography • J Kool Kasuals • Magnetic Creations &

Gem

• Running Wild Photography

• The Sign Stop • The Bliss• Cariboo Hotel • JD Meats • Yard Art• Our Baby Impressions • Big Country Printers • Quesnel Quilters Quild• Wooden Wheels & What

Knots

• Lisa Aasile • Pauline Barrett • Evie Bassett• Sandra Borgun • Tom & Cathy Briggs • Audrey Broughton• Sandy Brunt • Joyce Campbell • Nancy Cawood• City Of Quesnel • Eleanor Clark • Angelique Cejka• Leah Combs • Judy Coe • Pat Crerar• Beth Crosson

• Maria Dejong • Marg Dinsdale• Diane Erdman • Doug Dodd • Dragon Essence• Faye Dredge • Charlie & Vicki Esplen • Wendy Fisher• Sandy Fountain • Heinz Franzke • Sue Fuerstenburg • Guadalupe Fuentes-

Josephy • Brenda Gardner • Susan Gook• Ron & Glenda Graham

• Bev Haluschak • Jean Hamel• Dr. Rahul Hampole • Merna Hardie • Ivan Harris• Brad & Jill Hunt • Patty Campbell • Caitlin Cindric• Arthur & Marissa Knauff • Christine Kraayvanger • Carol Law• Gerard & Patty Langlois • Cathy Manning • Sue Matheson• Brenda McCauley • Nora McMuldroch

• Jean Muir• Sybille Muschik • Maria Novak • Pat Peeke-Vout• Connie Pomeroy • Ben Potter • Marty Put• Joe Regts • Laurie Rippon • Marilyn Rollo • Keith Sandve• Ruth Scoullar • Sally Service• Rosemarie Shopa • Jenna Singleton • Ted Stahl

• Debbie Stewart • Verna Teichroeb • Doreen Urquhart• George & Kordula

Thompson • Cathy Walsh • Peter Walsh• Barb Watson • Betty Watson • Carol Weremy• Meriel Wild • Lynne Wright • Marion Zaruk• Kelly Scocylas

Our Artisans & Donators

And all the wonderful people who helped makes this a success Louise Scott, Bob Hesketh, Eileen Cindric, Barb Watson, Sandy Brunt, Carol Weremy, Liz & Petrie Neave Russ Pomeroy, Judy & Adrian Monych, Honey Affl eck, Nancy Cawood, Laurey-Anne Roodenburg, Doreen Kolody, Holley Wheeler, Pat Crerar, Pat Morton, Mary Kay Honour, Anna Sorban, Peggy McKenzie, Chris Webster, Andrea Kyle, Michael Webster, Cora Koyama, Dora Kolody, Maureen Upton

Thank you QuesnelSherry Webster - Event Coordinator

We are helping to make the road less LonelyQuesnel & District Hospice Palliative Care Association

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Quesnel Com-munity Foundation (QCF) has reach their target ahead of schedule.

“Our endowment drive is still ongo-ing,” QCF presi-dent Bob Lebeck said.

“We reached the millstone set by an anonymous donor who pledged to match the first $50,000 in dona-tions, however, despite reaching that goal, we’re still accepting contributions to the endowment fund.”

As the endowment fund grows, the interest generated also grows which raises the bar on how much QCF can hand back to the commu-nity in the form of grants each year.

Lebeck said it’s gratifying to see such support for the endowment fund.

“It’s amazing to see the generosity of people who donate to the Community Foundation,” he said.

“We are so grateful for every dollar we receive.”

Bob Lebeck

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With nearly a week still left in the Matching Donations Challenge, you have sent us donations of more than $50,000 to meet and beat the challenge set by our anonymous donor – thank you for such an outstanding response! Having secured that matching donation of $50,000 to the general endowment fund, we will continue to accept 2015-eligible donations right up to December 31st

RECREATION EDUCATION ENVIRONMENT ARTS SOCIAL SERVICES

Approximately one third of all our granting since 2002 has gone to support social services in the effort to make our community a better place for all those who live here. From highway rescue equipment to community gardens to medical lifts to camp buildings, QCF is passionate

about supporting our community.

COMMUNITY MAKES YOU.YOU MAKE YOUR COMMUNITY.

The foundation of my community starts with you and me . . .

www.quesnelfoundation.ca

Have You Bought Your Brick?

Help the Quesnel Lions Housing project.

If you want to make a donation call Dennis Asher 250-992-3593

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Kris is back and ready to give your vehicle that extra special touch

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Children’s Concert Series (CCS) have been providing quality children’s entertainment for many years. As a standing committee within the Quesnel and District Community Arts Council (QDCAC), council members have been providing the leadership for this group, but now find themselves in need of someone will-ing to take on this leadership role.

Each year CCS brings in four shows and the first show is slated for Jan. 16, 2016, The Purple Pirate. This is the second time this show has come to Quesnel and was very well received.

In addition to selecting, contacting and book-ing shows, the chairperson (could be a job share with someone else) would receive train-ing for the position. They would be responsible for booking the venue, publicity, posting post-ers around the community, Facebook/website, ensuring tickets are created and distributed for sale and looking for sponsorship for the shows.

“Sponsorship for various shows, ensure the ticket price remains reasonable and the viabil-ity of CCS,” QDCAC president Colleen Brines said.

The CCS chairperson(s) will also have the full support of the QDCAC, Brines added.

“I’ve enjoyed meeting the performers at past concerts,” QDCAC member Cathy Heinzelman said.

“They are such interesting and enjoyable people and that will also be a delightful aspect of the chairperson’s responsibilities.”

For years Bernice Heinzelman has been a part of the CCS and she says the children make it magical.

“I love watching the children’s faces as they enjoy the show,” she said.

“Their expressions are priceless.”So if you have a few hours to give, Children’s

Concert Series invites you to step up to the plate.

“Every entertainment program that performs in the community adds immeasurably to the community mosaic,” Brines said.

“But each and every program requires leadership and without that the programs are doomed.”

If you’d like to learn more about the volun-teer position, contact Colleen Brines, 250-747-2207, Bernice Heinzelman, 250-747-1727 or Cathy Heinzelman, 250-747-3864.

QDCAC Council looking for CCS chairpersonFirst show is the Purple Pirate Jan. 16, 2016

The first Children’s Concert Series show is the Purple Pirate, a real crowd pleaser.Contributed photo


Community CalendarSPECIAL EVENTS & MEETINGS ETC...

Meetings and Special Events, Work-shops, Signups and Non-profi t Groups will run in the Sunday or Wednesday edition. The deadline for the Wednes-day Observer is Monday at noon, and the deadline for the weekend edition is Wednesday at 5 pm. All meeting notices and regular submissions to Community Calendar must be

renewed every three months. Due to the volume of material, we clear the column every three months and only

print newly submitted material.

The Quesnel Church

But the hour comes and now is when the true worshippers shall worship the Father in spirit and in truth. God is a spirit and they must worship him in spirit and

in truth. Please join us.

Call 747-3178.Ask for Kim.

LifestyLes

Food Drive at

CNCHealth Care Assistant

student Amy Dahl adds to the collection for

the Canadian Nursing Students Association Food Drive under the Christmas Tree in the CNC/UNBC rotunda.

Donations can still be made until Dec. 11.

Annie Gallant photo

THURSDAYLITERACY QUES-

NEL PRESENTS FAMILY CHRIST-MAS FEST Dec. 10, 3:30 – 6 p.m. in West Park Mall. Literacy Quesnel has joined with their partners to present this after-noon of craft making, story sharing, book sharing, book giving and free family fun. All materials will be supplied.

FRIENDS OF QUESNEL LIBRARY

PRESENT Brenda Gardiner’s Beautiful Turkey on a Budget, Dec. 10, 7 p.m.

WELCOME HOME PARTY FOR TERRY AND PAUL NICHOLS (CFV/TRAC) Dec. 10, Se-niors’ Centre, doors open 5:30 p.m., Dinner at 6 p.m. Kids welcome. Tickets $25/each at Circle S Western Wear and Kersley Store.

FRIDAYCHRISTMAS

COOKIES FOR A CURE, 24 cook-ies plus icing and sprinkles, we bake, you decorate. $10/box Dec. 11 and Dec. 12, Save on Foods, West Park Mall. To pre-order call 250-249-5720 or 250-747-4601, Team Family Fun, Terry Fox Run Fundraiser.

SATURDAYQUESNEL ART

GALLERY PRES-ENTS CHRISTMAS CRAZY BEAUX ARTS SALE 2015 - unique hand-made gifts by local artists and artisans. Sale continues through November and De-cember at 500 North Star Road, Tuesday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

FARMERS’ CHRISTMAS MAR-KETS, Dec. 12 at Arts and Rec Centre, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

LEGION L.A. CHRISTMAS CRAFT AND BAKE SALE. Come out and support the Legion, Dec. 12, 10 a.m. –1:30 p.m. at the Legion, 262 Kinchant St.

SPECIAL LIONS CLUB GARAGE SALE Dec. 12, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., hot dogs and coffee avail-able.

ONGOING EVENTSA VOICE FOR

NORTH CARIBOO SENIORS meets the 3rd Thursday of the the month, at 2 p.m. in the Legion. For information call Peter Nielsen, 250-992-7416.

LIONS CLUB

GARAGE SALE last Saturday of the every month at Maple Park Mall, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., hot dogs and coffee available.

BIKERS AGAINST CHILD ABUSE (BACA) North Cariboo temporary chapter meets 1 p.m. RiverRock Pub, first Sunday of every

month. For informa-tion contact 250-983-9226.

768 JET RANGER AIR CADETS – looking for fun and adventure, youth 12 – 18, come join the air cadets. Meets at Helen Dixon Centre, Wednesdays, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m.

KEENAGERS SE-NIORS 50+ DROP-IN FITNESS CLASS-ES at the Legion Tuesday, 8:30 – 9:30 a.m., Thursday, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. Instruc-tor Cindy Paul. No classes if school bus-ses aren’t running.

SENIORS ADVO-CACY SERVICE INVITES SENIORS TO A FREE COF-FEE TIME (coffee and treats) IN WEST PARK MALL the third Monday of

the month thanks to community partners and sponsors.

RED CROSS LOAN CUPBOARD, south entrance G.R. Baker Memorial Hospital, follow the signs. Open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Call 250-991-7565 or drop in. Offers loans of mobility aids and personal assistance equipment for free 3 – 6 month period.

FREE SENIORS (60+) WALKING PROGRAM at Quesnel Youth Soc-cer Facility, Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., closed holidays and over Christmas (Dec. 19 – Jan. 5, 2016)

QUESNEL HEAL-ING ROOMS.

We are a group of interdenomina-tional Christians who pray powerful, faith-filled prayers for the sick and discouraged. Open Monday’s 7 – 9 p.m., 143 Coach Road., Bethel Church. Free. Confidential. Ef-fective. Drop in, no appointment neces-sary. Contact Angela, 250-983-8491, visit quesnelhealingrooms.com or email: [email protected].

Obituary Tribute

It is with great sadness we share the loss and passing of Marilynne on Friday December 4th, 2015. Survived by step father, Tom Mo� at, loved Mother of Kelly, Steve, Brad David

and their extended families. Loved grandmother of Kennedy, Kyle, Brandon, Lydia, Morgan, Emerie.

A small service and celebration of Marilynne’s life will be held at the St John the Devine Anglican Church 465 Kinchant

Street, Quesnsel, BC at 1pm Thursday December 10th. Followed by tea/co� ee and light refreshments.

In lieu of � owers and in keeping with Marilynne’s love of animals, for those who wish, a memorial contribution to the

BC SPCA can be made.

Bateman, Marilynne AnneDecember 4th, 2015

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QUESNEL KANGAROOSAWAYGAMEQUESNEL KANGAROOSAWAY

GAME

Sat. Dec. 12, 2015 Terrace River Kings VS Kangaroos

Sun. Dec. 13, 2015Smithers Steelheads VS Kangaroos

Participants gather for the second 5 km Santa Shuffle Fun Run and 1 km Elf Walk this past weekend at Lebourdais Park with RBC bank donating a cheque to The Salvation Army.

Ryan Graham

Great turn out for Santa Shuffle

RYAN GRAHAMObserver Reporter

Quesnel’s second 5 km Santa Shuffle Fun Run and 1 km Elf Walk took place this past weekend at Lebourdais Park. The Santa Shuffle helps The Salvation Army assist families and individuals in need throughout the year.

This year the event saw more than 80 registered participants compared to last year,

which had around 70. Lt Stefan Van Schaick said an event like this allows everyone to participate.

“It’s one of the few events that the entire family can get involved in,” Schiack said.

Last year the event raised $2,000 in Quesnel and approxi-mately $600,000 nationwide. All par-ticipants also received a medal for finishing the race.


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December 6-12, 2015ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20Aries, a conversation takes you to a place you did not expect. Now that it’s out in the open, you may be able to breathe a sigh of relief. Don’t hesitate to express yourself.

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21Taurus, though you usually lean toward being practical, you may find yourself on an unexpected journey this week that highlights your spontaneous side.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21You have several different ways to express your creativity this week, Gemini; you simply have to find the outlet that works best for you right now. Experiment with different options.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22Cancer, although you may want to swoop in and help a friend in need, give this person the space he or she needs right now. In the long run, this approach will prove more helpful.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23You have a chance to push limits and boundaries this week, Leo. Take every opportunity that comes your way to try something new. You never know what you will discover.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22Virgo, you may not be able to escape all of your daily responsibilities right now, but you can certainly daydream some of them away. Take this chance to clear your mind.

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23Libra, you have a knack for avoiding complex is-sues that pop up this week. But this will only last so long, and before long you will have to face some hard decisions.

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RYAN GRAHAMObserver Reporter

Tiger Martial Arts club held their black belt testing Nov. 27 allowing students to show their skills. There was nine mem-bers who took part in the testing, which ranged from kids to adults. Students were evaluated on punch-ing, kicking, jiu jitsu, self defence, combina-tions and weapons. Master Instructor, Joel Kolenchuk said it was a large group for the black belt testing compared to the other belts.

“For the regular belt and mid term test-ing we usually have a pretty full group,” Kolenchuk said.

“The black belt testing we only do twice a year for who-ever is eligible.”

Kolenchuk said he was proud how the students performed in the evaluations.

“I was really im-pressed with every-body,” Kolenchuk said.

“I think the attitude level of just wanting to bring it and do their best was very evident today.”

He says a lot of preparation is re-quired leading up to the testing.

“We did a couple of Saturday’s where all we did was three hours of just prepping them,” Kolenchuk said.

Along with the final testing they also do midterm testing, which is every three

months throughout the year, so students are prepared and they can decide who is ready for the black belt testing. Before, the black belt test-ing was only done once a year, which was changed to twice a year because they wanted to ensure the black belts were sharp throughout the year.

Kolenchuk says those who do not pass can retest if

they are close, but the one’s that aren’t will have to wait six months for another opportunity. He adds it’s rare they have to fail anybody because of the preparation that is put in. Ko-lenchuk says some

students will also get an international certificate.

“Some of them will get their international certificate from Korea as well,” Kolenchuk said.

“In future test-ing’s everyone will

get the international certification, but this time around because we’re still transition-ing from our older martial arts into the Teuk-Gong Moo Sul, we’re still trying to catch everyone up on the older curriculum.”

Jess Dean of Tiger Martial Arts goes through his routine during the black belt testing on Nov. 27.Ryan Graham photo

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Lunch is on the

tableKersley elementary school students prepared and served lunch to Dunrovin seniors. Also in attendance was North Cariboo MLA Coralee Oakes who took a turning serving plates then sat down and was served as well. This is a regular monthly event for the students.

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While snow may be on the ground, you can still look for ways to go green. Small changes around your home can have a big impact on others and the environment. TD Friends of the Environ-ment Foundation shares five creative ways to be kind to the environment this winter.

Give old items a new life: If the weather outside is fright-ful, stay inside to clean out closets, storage areas and junk drawers. Instead of throwing unwanted items in the trash, look for ways to reuse or recycle. Donate usable clothes, cut up old t-shirts to use as rags and give old furniture new life with a fresh coat of low-VOC paint. Want to get creative? Consider making bookshelves from painted eavestroughs and turning old shutters into wall art.

Get cozy: Put that ugly holiday sweater to good use. Layer up to keep warm and lower the thermostat by a degree or two to save energy

(and money).Go DIY with home cleaning:

With the windows shut tight, there is no better time to try homemade cleaning supplies. The best part is that many of the basic ingredients needed can often already be found at home, including baking soda, lemon juice and white vinegar.

Pass on the paper: Go digital when it comes to books, mov-ies, music and magazines and send greeting cards and gift cards electronically to reduce waste.

Bring the outside in: Add a splash of green and im-prove the air quality inside your home with houseplants. Interested in tackling a larger project? Create a vertical gar-den that’s filled with a variety of plants.

Don’t forget to create an electronic to-do list and set up weekly or monthly remind-ers to keep your projects on track.

– newscanada

How to green up your home in winter

The weather outside might be frightful, but that doesn’t mean that your home improvement projects need to wait. In fact, tackling projects during the winter will give you more time to enjoy spring when it finally rolls around. If your intent is to sell your home, now is the time to start preparing it for sale.

“Homeowners planning to sell their homes in the spring are best to prepare them for sale now so that they’re ready to go in the new year,” Pat Verge,a real estate professional said.

“If all that a home needs is a refresher in certain areas, ‘mini renos’ can often be done with only minor inconveniences. You won’t even need to move out during the process.”

Verge recommends that home-owners speak to their realtor to find out what renovations would add the greatest value and pro-vide a return on investment. Some value-added renovations that can be done now include:

A fresh coat of paint – A fairly

inexpensive project, sprucing up the walls with a fresh coat of paint is easy enough to do in the winter. In fact, cooler temperatures are ideal for paint to dry.

Renovate a basement – You may encounter some dust or debris in your main floor living quarters, but most of it will remain con-tained in the basement.

Bathroom renovation – If you plan on taking this renovation slowly, just make sure you have another toilet and shower at your disposal.

New kitchen countertops – Sometimes new countertops are all a kitchen needs to feel new again. Be sure to keep the old one on until the new one has arrived and is ready to be installed.

Install new kitchen cabinets –If you’re keeping the same layout, this project won’t be too compli-cated. A new kitchen layout may require moving electrical and plumbing, so just be prepared for some disturbances.

– newscanada

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Elevate the regular old baked potato with this impressive side dish for your guests. Stuffed with cheddar and bacon, these potatoes are not only delicious but a show-stopper as well fanning out delightfully as they bake.

“The trick here is in using wooden spoons (or chop-sticks) as guides while cutting almost-but-not-all-the-way-through,” Chef Tom Filippou, executive chef at President’s Choice said.

“Another great tip is to cook the bacon on a baking sheet to keep it flat, making it easier to insert into sliced potatoes.”

Hasselback Potatoes Stuffed with Cheddar

and BaconIngredients:

• 2 tbsp (25 mL) unsalted but-ter, melted• 1 tbsp (15 mL) extra virgin olive oil• 6 baking potatoes

• 1/4 tsp (1 mL) each salt and freshly ground black pepper• 2 sprigs each fresh rosemary and thyme• Half 250g package white cheddar cheese• 2 tbsp (25 mL) Japanese-style Panko bread crumbs• 6 slices smoked Bacon, cooked and each slice cut crosswise into 10 piecesDirections:1. Preheat oven to 425°F

(220°C).2. Stir together butter and

oil. Brush bottom of 14 x 11-inch (3 L) roasting pan with some of the butter-oil mixture. Slice thin lengthwise strip off the bottom of one potato; place flat side down on cut-ting board. Place two wooden spoons on opposite long sides of potato. Cut potato cross-wise into 20 thin slices until almost all the way through, stopping when knife hits spoon handles. Repeat with remaining potatoes.

3. Arrange potatoes flat side

down in roasting pan; brush with butter-oil mixture and season with salt and pepper. Scatter rosemary and thyme sprigs around potatoes.

4. Bake in centre of oven for 25 to 30 minutes or until cooked through but still firm, basting with butter halfway through. Remove from oven; let cool 5 minutes.

5. Grate 2 tbsp (25 mL) cheese finely; combine with panko. Slice remaining cheese crosswise into 20 slices; cut each slice crosswise into 3 pieces for a total of 60 pieces.

6. Insert bacon alternately with cheese in potato slices. Brush all over with butter from pan. Sprinkle panko mixture over top.

Bake in centre oven for 12 to 16 minutes or until cheese is melted and panko mixture is golden.

7. Discard herb sprigs; garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

– newscanada

Brighten up your meal with this colourful side

It’s never too early to learn new recipes to make the entertaining season easier. With a few ingredients, you can create drinks, dips and desserts, leaving you more time to socialize with family and friends at your next soiree.

Cup of cheerGreeting company with a beverage at the

door is a sure sign of a great host. Create batches of signature drinks in a high-powered blender for everyone to enjoy. Memorable parties start with a toast before dinner, so why not surprise guests with a sparkling champagne smoothie by blending your favourite fruit and yogurt flavours with chilled champagne?

A high-powered, large-capacity blender with specialty settings is perfect for entertaining, as it offers a 2.0-litre container that’s ideal for mixing large batches. The blender’s pre-programmed settings for smoothies, hot soups and frozen desserts allow you, with the press a button, to finish your party prepping and have your cocktails ready in no time.

As the evening winds down, offer a spin on the typical cup of coffee with pumpkin lattes.

Blend canned pumpkin, white chocolate chips and spices with freshly brewed coffee. Top with whipped cream and nutmeg for a festive touch.

Deck the table with dipsDips are an easy way to keep guests full and

happy, and ramp up to a main course. They require little prep work and can be stored in the fridge while you’re waiting for friends and family to arrive.

Change up an everyday cheese and crackers platter with a traditional cheese fondue as a centrepiece. Gruyere and Emmental cheese blended with dry white wine and seasoning creates a tasty appetizer. Need dipping ideas? Try cubed French bread or grilled asparagus, broccoli and cauliflower. For a sweet contrast to the usual salty treats on the appetizer table try blending raw hazelnuts, cocoa powder and vanilla extract.

Delectable DessertsBy making large batches of cookies ahead

of time you can keep the stress out of this dessert season. Amp up almond cookies or snickerdoodles with a vegan cinnamon glaze by blending tofu, soy milk and cinnamon. If you want to give guests a variety, combine two favourite holiday treats into one with an eggnog cheesecake. Whip up a smooth batter in a blender in minutes.

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If you want to get your family through airport security quickly and easily, follow these tips from the Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CAT-SA).

• Remember the 100ml restrictions. Put large con-tainers of liquids, aerosols and gels in your checked baggage. Only amounts less than 100ml, placed in a one-litre clear, re-sealable plastic bag, are permit-ted in your carry-on. This includes beverages and non-solid food (e.g. yogurt, pudding, peanut butter). However, beverages and food for children under the age of two are exempt (e.g. breast milk, formula, juice, purees). These items should be packed so that they can easily be removed from your carry-on baggage for

inspection.• Leave gifts unwrapped.

If you’re bringing gifts, leave them unwrapped as their contents may need to be inspected. Some airports offer post-security gift wrapping services.

• Keep electronics in your carry-on. Bringing your children’s electronic games is a good way to keep them busy at the airport. For screening, electronic items can remain in your carry-on bag.

• Avoid toy weapons. You can pack toys in your child’s carry-on baggage, but leave toys that look like weapons (e.g. guns, toy grenades, swords) at home.

• Choose easy-to-remove outerwear. Make sure the little ones can easily re-move winter jackets, boots

and hats. These items must be placed in bins pro-vided at the checkpoint for screening.

• Look for the Family/Special Needs lane. If you need help at the check-point, look for the Family/Special Needs lane. This lane has screening equip-ment that can accom-modate larger items like strollers and car seats. The screening of� cers will offer additional assistance.

• Have your boarding pass ready. Remember to have all family members’ boarding passes ready for inspection.

More tips to help you breeze through security are available online at catsa.gc.ca, on Twitter (@catsa_gc) and on Pinterest (CATSAGC).

– newscanada

Seven ways to get through the airport faster

Five simple ways to beat the winter blues As the temperature grows

more frigid, snow piles higher and days get shorter, just the thought of leaving the house can seem like an insurmount-able feat. When your mood is dropping as fast as the tem-perature outside, these tips and tricks may help to boost your spirits and make the most of the season.

1. Snack smarter. While the cold winter months might make you crave comfort foods and junky snacks, these options are typically loaded with sugar and re� ned � ours, making you feel even more sluggish. Opt for whole grains and complex carbs like spinach, yams, broc-coli, beans, zucchini, and lentils which will � ll you up while also providing long-lasting nourish-ment.

2. Plan a warm weather vaca-tion. Turn your dreams into a reality by planning a trip to warmer weather. “Sometimes all we need is a change of pace and scenery during the winter months to recharge and un-wind,” says Pierre-Jean Mayol at Aeroplan, one of Canada’s leading loyalty programs.

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3. Make your environment brighter. Shorter days fi lled with more darkness can have a serious impact on our physical and mental wellbeing. Opening blinds, trimming trees in your backyard, and sitting closer to windows can help provide you with an extra dose of sunshine.

4. Get active. The winter usu-ally makes us want to curl up in a blanket and glue ourselves to the couch for hours. Make an effort to break that cycle be-cause exercise can actually help improve your mood and raise the brain’s levels of serotonin and endorphins.

5. Embrace the season. Instead of thinking of ways to avoid the cold and snow, take up a sport like ice skating or hockey. Make the most of the slopes and plan an adventure to the world re-nowned mountains of Whistler, British Columbia. With access to any seat at any time on all Air Canada � ights, Aeroplan’s � ight rewards make it easier to start planning your winter adventure right now. More information is available at www.aeroplan.com.

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